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Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan
Wellington County's climate is changing and the risks are growing.
As temperatures rise, the region can expect hotter summers and more frequent extreme heat events. Heavier rainfall will also become more common, increasing the risk of flooding.
The County of Wellington is creating a community climate change adaptation plan.
This plan will help the County understand and prepare for the effects of a changing climate. It will:
- Identify how climate change could affect local communities (such as extreme heat risks for outdoor workers, and flooding impacts on farms and neighbourhoods)
- Assess where the community is most at risk and vulnerable
- Determine priority areas that need action
- Develop practical steps to reduce those impacts
Building the plan together
Wellington County's community climate change adaptation plan is being developed with input from a wide range of voices, including member municipalities, public health units, school boards, Conservation Authorities, Indigenous communities, equity-denied groups, social support organizations, and you.
Public Engagement Session Presentation
How should the County of Wellington prepare for the future?
From heat waves and heavy rainfall to flooding, storms, and power outages, weather-related challenges are becoming more common across the County.
What concerns you most? What changes have you noticed? And what actions should the County prioritize to help our communities stay safe, healthy, and resilient?
We invite you to share your experiences and ideas through our survey.
Your feedback will help shape Wellington County's Climate Adaptation Plan and guide future actions to protect our communities, infrastructure, natural environment, and local economy.
Survey length: 5-10 minutes
Survey closes: July 3, 2026
Share your thoughts and help shape a more resilient Wellington!